‘About Last Night’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Mallory Rubin
Summary
Hosts Bill Simmons, Craig Robinson, and Josh Piven analyze the 40th anniversary of the 1986 romantic comedy *About Last Night*. They discuss the film’s realistic portrayal of young adult relationships, praising the performances of Rob Lowe, Demi Moore, Jim Belushi, and Elizabeth Perkins. The episode also covers the movie’s Chicago setting, its influence on modern rom-coms, and the actors' subsequent careers.
Topics discussed
Intro and Ad: The Beekeeper and Tremfya
Why 'About Last Night' is a sacred text
Chicago as a character and the Brat Pack
The relationship blueprint and dating cycle
Actors' ages, looks, and rom-com DNA
Belushi's career and the 'Tommy Boy' era
Debbie's performance and Joan's manipulation
Friendship dynamics and Ed Zwick's direction
Ad: ChatGPT and Firefly
Most rewatchable scenes: Opening to Thanksgiving
The Breakup, New Year's Eve, and Softball
Montages, Bernie's wardrobe, and Quince Ad
Angry Orchard Ad and Best Use of Food/Drink
Sex scenes, intimacy, and shoot anecdotes
Casting choices and Rob Lowe's peak
Chicago trivia and unanswerable questions
Sneaker history and Ringer sports team
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